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Anton Savage presents a bright, lively and engaging current affairs magazine show to kickstart your weekend.The programme features all the latest news, features and opinion along with conversations about the conversations you are having on a Saturday morning from 9-11am.CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainmentListen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk
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Sep 29, 2024 • 10min
Anton On The Road
Seán Defoe is joined by our usual host, Anton from his trip along the infamous Route 66.Anton is travelling the legendary roads, raising funds for The Children's Heath Foundation.Hit 'Listen' to hear more about Route 66; it's history and all the stops along the way.You can donate to The Children's Health Foundation via https://www.childrenshealth.ie/donate/
Sep 28, 2024 • 16min
What To Expect In The Budget
Tom Dunne is joined by Sinéad Ryan, from the Home Show on NewsTalk, and John Lee, Executive Editor at Daily Mail Group.Will the government be a big spender, or a cautious one on Tuesday?Hit 'Listen' to hear more.
Sep 28, 2024 • 15min
Nick Kelly: The Song Cycle
Tom Dunne is joined by Nick Kelly, the former lead singer of The Fat Lady Sings.The two old friends catch up after the Dublin premiere of Nick's new heartfelt and thought-provoking documentary, 'The Song Cycle.'Nick cycled all the way from Dublin to Glastonbury, ahead of a performance on his 60th birthday at the festival -- and filmed the whole thing.This chat isn't to be missed. So hit 'Listen' for more
Sep 28, 2024 • 11min
Ask The Expert: Finance
It's the weekly Ask The Expert slot!This week, Robert Whelan, Managing Director of Rockwell, joins us to answer all your questions.What should you do if you get a massive windfall of cash? And how best to manage your pension?Hit 'Listen' to hear more.
Sep 28, 2024 • 9min
Paula Feaheny, Dog Behaviour Expert
Tom Dunne, stepping in for Anton, is joined by Paula Feaheny from White Dog Canine Coaching.After a tough few weeks bonding a new puppy to an older dog in the house, Tom needed some advice.And who better to ask than Paula.Hit 'Listen' to hear some expert words.
Sep 28, 2024 • 21min
A Look At The Papers
Writer, Barbara Scully, and communications coach, Aisling O'Rourke, join Tom Dunne to discuss the big news in Saturday's papers.A look ahead to a big budget on Tuesday, and Leo Varadkar doubling down on his views on immigration are among the topics.Hit 'Listen' for this and everything in between.
Sep 28, 2024 • 12min
Maggie Smith Passes Away Aged 89
Maggie Smith, one of the most beloved actors in the world, has passed away aged 89.The legend of stage and screen is one a select few to win the triple crown of acting: 2 Oscars, 4 Emmys and a Tony.We look back at her career with John Conroy, a cinematographer that worked with Maggie on 2023's The Miracle Club.Hit 'Listen' for more.
Sep 22, 2024 • 12min
Route 66
45 Irish bikers will ride motorbikes across route 66 to raise funds for Irish children's hospitals.Anton is joined by Jim McCormack, one of the Route 66'ers, and Sharon Nolan, Head of Communications for the Children's Health Foundation, ahead of the fundraiser that sees bikers ride from Chicago to L.A. along the legendary route, including Anton himself.Hit 'Listen' for more.
Sep 22, 2024 • 10min
David Coleman
Anton is joined by David Coleman, Clinical Psychologist as he embarks on a nationwide tour of talks.David is speaking at towns across the country with the aim of reframing the way children and parents manage anxiety.Hit ‘Listen’ for more on this fascinating subject.
Sep 22, 2024 • 8min
Richard Schiff
It’s been 25 years since the Aaron Sorkin drama The West Wing hit TV screens.To say the show shaped the future of television would be an understatement, becoming a hit worldwide from the get-go .Anton is joined by Richard Schiff, who played Toby Ziegler in the show, a role for which he won an Emmy. Hit ‘Listen’ to hear this great interview.
